Summer Lakes Residents WISH LIST for 2008.

Most residents of Summer Lakes feel they are blessed to live in this wonderful neighborhood. But even 'wonderful' can be improved!

It is in that spirit that a number of residents responded by e-mail to contribute to the creation of our community "Wish List" for 2008. If you missed the opportunity, please add your 'wishes' in the comment section below:

WISH: That 2-3 residents would be added to the ARB. If not, why not? What qualifications do the current board members have that make them uniquely qualified? Do they have architectural degrees or many years of experience in the construction field? We neighbors reside here, we're smart and we know best how to maintain and increase property values.

WISH: Atlantic Coast would keep its promise (made in the July neighborhood meeting) and improve communications with residents by routinely keeping us up-to-date on development happenings in Summer Lakes. Not a blog (we have that), but an informational site keeping us informed of developments.

WISH: The little house over the reservoir would be moved off-site -- it's and eye sore!

WISH: Atlantic Coast would wise up and accept resident representatives on the Architectural Review Board. It’s our neighborhood – not theirs. We live here – they’ll be moving on some day. We residents need input, even if Atlantic Coast keeps the voting majority on the ARB. And NO – residents aren't inclined to submit his/her “resume” of qualifications to Paul, the CFO. Common sense dictates that residents are entitled select their own representatives.

WISH: That Atlantic Coast Properties would give us a financial accounting of where our "Homeowner's Fees" are being spent. I do not spend $10 without knowing where it is going, so I am very uncomfortable with over $700 going to "Expenses in caring for the common areas". I want to see more detail.

WISH: That an additional street light be added on the northside of the Highway 1 entrance. The area is poorly illuminated at night.

WISH: That all the residents would walk their dogs using a leash. This is a problem on the walking track and on the streets. There are a couple of people that I see do this everyday! I am afraid to walk my dogs or push my babies in their strollers! When pets are left to roam free it is a threat to my children who love to play outside in the yard and to my dog that is always in a fence or on a leash.

WISH: That Atlantic Coast’s lawn mowing crew would take greater care in picking up litter and cleaning trash and leaves from storm sewer grates.

WISH: That one or two trash receptacles (similar to those found in city/state parks) be placed along the walking trail so walkers can pick-up and deposit litter helping keep our neighborhood tidy.

WISH: I wish Atlantic Coast Properties would conduct periodic meetings (quarterly?) to keep us updated to what is happening in the neighborhood. This may head-off potential "urgent" meetings as we had a few months ago regarding the green house.

WISH: Atlantic Coast should work closer with builders to outline the builder's maintenance issues during construction such as dumpsters and port-a-john requirements. I have seen builders lighting fires (prohibited), sand erode from the property onto the street, and lots of trash at the sites during construction.

WISH: Atlantic Coast would keep us informed about the plans for Phase 2 (or whatever they are going to call it). Has work been halted? What’s up?

WISH: That the walking path lighting would include bollards (louvered , shinning down only only walking path) so we can walk at night

WISH: The common area irrigation would be put on a well, or wells vs. expensive city water, and put devices that would prevent them from running during rainy weather.

SUMMER LAKES HOLIDAY PARTY - 2007

On December 2nd, about 70 neighbors gathered for the annual Holiday Party. A good time was had by all with ample food and refreshments. Thanks to everyone for bringing delicious appetizers and deserts! You can find pictures of the festivities on the web at: http://www.photoworks.com/photo-sharing/shareSignin.jsp?shareCode=A1C2392C4CD&cp=ems_shr_alb_pml&cb=PW

Viewing tip: Click on VIEW PHOTOS and on the next page click PLAY.